The Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) and American Indian Rehabilitation Services (AIRS) consumers and applicants to understand all their benefits and rights under the Rehabilitation Act of1973. When appropriate, and the issue is worthy CAP may assist consumers and applicants in pursuing legal, administrative or other appropriate ways to protect their rights.

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The mission of Capital Area Agency on Aging is to advocate and provide services to enhance the quality of life for aging adults.

Serves Southeast Louisiana

Programs offered: Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC), Louisiana SenioRX, Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), Wellness Programs, Caregiver Respite, Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (SLLS), and Long Term Care Ombudsmen.

See website to website links for each program.

The Disability Rights Center serves the state of Louisiana and protects, empowers, and advocates for the rights of people with disabilities and seniors, in order that they may live an integrated life in the community, free from abuse, neglect and exploitation.

Helping people navigate the disability world since 2010. We work with in-the-field disability experts to provide legal information that helps guide people through the journey of getting disability benefits.Legal and disability assistance

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Family Voices, a national grassroots network of families and friends, advocates for health care services for all children and youth with special health care needs.

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Website to assist with government benefits

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Great asset for individuals with disabilities through the governor of Louisiana’s office

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Louisiana organization that helps with elderly affairs.

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Medicaid office

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Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council is made up of people from every region of the state who are appointed by the governor to develop and implement a five year plan to address the needs of person with disabilities. Promote advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

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